Occupational Hazards in Dentistry

Occupational hazard refers to a risk or danger as a consequence of the nature or working conditions of a particular job.Although modern dentistry has been described as probably among the least hazardous of all occupations but still while carrying out their professional work, dentists are exposed to a number of occupational hazards. These cause the appearance of various ailments, specific to the profession, which develop and intensify with years. These occupational hazards include percutaneous exposure incidents (PEI); exposure to infectious diseases (including bioaerosols) radiation, dental material and noise; musculoskeletal disorders, dermatitis and respiratory disorders; eye injuries and psychological problems. This book will give a brief overview of various occupational hazards in dentistry, their adverse effects and methods of preventing them.

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Dr. Amandeep Chopra, BDS; Graduated from HIDS,Paonta Sahib,India. Currently doing post graduation in Public Health Dentistry from SDDHDC,Panchkula. Dr. NC Rao, BDS, MDS; Director-Principal & Head, Dept of Public Health Dentistry, SDDHDC,Panchkula,India. Dr. Nidhi Gupta, BDS, MDS; Professor;Dept of Public Health Dentistry, SDDHDC,Panchkula,India.